John Dayberry

Business Editor at Hickory Daily Record

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Hiddenite furniture executive aims to win fair and square

1 month ago | hickoryrecord.com | John Dayberry

HIDDENITE — When Roy R. Calcagne became president and CEO of Craftmaster Furniture 11 years ago, he met with each of the company’s approximately 400 employees in groups of 25 to convey his vision for the future. Rumors were flying that the 34-year-old, privately owned upholstered furniture manufacturer was destined to become little more than a warehouse operation for its new, Chinese owners. Calcagne assured Craftmaster employees that he and the new owners planned to grow the company.
The Corner Table considers new facility in Newton NC

2 months ago | hickoryrecord.com | John Dayberry

The Corner Table has begun a strategic planning process that will guide the nonprofit as it constructs a new building and consolidates all its programs under one roof. According to a news release from The Corner Table, the organization is also exploring other possibilities, including creating a community/events area, a vocational/educational center, and a temporary shelter for those in need.
Internet provider Ripple Fiber opens Hickory office

Nov 22, 2024 | hickoryrecord.com | John Dayberry

Ripple Fiber, a fiber optic internet provider based in the Southeast, has opened a retail office in Hickory. The provider aims to bring its innovative technology to more than 16,000 homes in areas across Catawba County, including Hickory, St. Stephens and Conover. Construction is currently expected to be completed by mid-2026. During this phase, Ripple Fiber is encouraging people to preorder service, which can be done online, by phone, or in person at a Ripple Fiber retail location.
Leaders in education to speak at Hickory event

Nov 21, 2024 | hickoryrecord.com | John Dayberry

Appalachian State University will host the second installment of The Hickory Leadership Forum on Monday, Dec. 2, in the App State Hickory campus atrium. The panel discussion — which is the second of a four-part series — will feature local leaders in education, with App State’s Reich College of Education Dean Melba Spooner moderating. App State students, faculty, staff and community members are invited to attend these free events, but registration is encouraged.
Jingle Bell BASH benefits arts organization

Nov 17, 2024 | hickoryrecord.com | John Dayberry

Tickets are now on sale for the Jingle Bell BASH (Benefitting Arts, Science and History), the signature fundraising event of Arts Culture Catawba, formerly the United Arts Council of Catawba County. To be held on Monday evening, Dec. 9, at the newly renovated Hickory Metro Convention Center, the BASH features food, a silent auction and a draw-down raffle.
Visit to Hickory NC park yields fun

Jul 13, 2024 | hickoryrecord.com | John Dayberry

Longtime Hickory Daily Record reader Stan Hubbard sent us this photo of a young man he encountered at Hickory’s Glenn Hilton Park. Hubbard rightly considered the photo worth sharing. Listen now and subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify | RSS Feed | SoundStack | All Of Our Podcasts “Here’s a kid named Josh, who was with a friend named Hayley,” Hubbard wrote. “They were at Hilton Park chilling out and fishing. He is wheelchair-bound but has a zest for the outdoors and fishing.
11 officers hired by Hickory Police Department

Apr 25, 2024 | hickoryrecord.com | John Dayberry

Eleven Hickory police officers and one police sergeant were formally sworn in last week in front of their fellow officers and families at the Hickory Police Department. The Hickory Police Department is proud to welcome the following officers to the HPD family:Officer Jordan Hayes is from Connelly Springs and graduated from East Burke High School in 2005. He earned his associate degree in criminal justice at Western Piedmont Community College.
Student wins college's Academic Excellence Award in Caldwell

Apr 20, 2024 | hickoryrecord.com | John Dayberry

HUDSON — Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute recently announced that Lenoir resident and current student Gina Treadwell has received CCC&TI’s 2024 Academic Excellence Award. Treadwell was recognized as the recipient of the annual award at the April 16 board of trustees meeting on the Caldwell campus in Hudson. CCC&TI President Mark Poarch presented her with an award plaque and a letter of congratulations from NC Community College System President Jeff Cox.
Boating safety classes offered in Hickory

Apr 19, 2024 | hickoryrecord.com | John Dayberry

HICKORY — US Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 054-26-05 located in Hickory is offering boating safety classes to the general public. The classes will be taught by members of the auxiliary from Hickory and Lake Norman. Each student will receive a textbook and will take a 10-question exam. When you pass the exam you will receive a certificate and card indicating that you have taken the course.
I-40 crash injures 10, including 8 students

Mar 20, 2024 | hickoryrecord.com | John Dayberry

A collision on I-40 in Catawba County Wednesday afternoon left several people with minor injuries, including eight students on a Stokes County activity bus. On March 20 at approximately 3:20 p.m., the NC State Highway Patrol responded to and investigated a collision in Catawba County on I-40 East near mile marker 129. Listen now and subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube | RSS Feed | SoundStack | All Of Our Podcasts Master Trooper Christopher M.